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FX61 AUR

2012 Chevrolet Spark

Grey Petrol 1206cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,689 mi
Last recorded65,689 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Chevrolet Spark49,022 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX61 AUR
MakeChevrolet
ModelSpark
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,206cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 65,689 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very low 2.2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 7 Jan 2026 65,689 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very low 2.2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Jan 2025 60,629 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner & outer edges low (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH main pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Jan 2024 56,457 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2024 56,456 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall and in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Dec 2022 52,508 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2022 52,507 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 48,818 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 44,520 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Jan 2021 44,520 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 40,274 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 35,263 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 31,335 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 30,003 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 27,527 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jan 2015 20,819 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Spark?

Based on 273,626 MOT tests across 19,123 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
4,320
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
19,123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,137
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,118
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FX61 AUR is a 2012 Chevrolet Spark in Grey with a 1,206cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Chevrolet Spark models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 49,022 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Spark fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FX61 AUR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Spark typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Chevrolet Spark is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FX61 AUR registered?

FX61 AUR is a 2012 Chevrolet Spark, first registered on 6 January 2012.

Is FX61 AUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX61 AUR shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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